Growing up, many of us dreamed of stepping inside a chocolate factory and watching cocoa beans magically transform into rich, glossy bars. While Charlie and the Chocolate Factory may have set the fantasy sky-high, you can now live that sweet dream in real life at India’s largest chocolate experience centre, right here in Bengaluru. Intrigued? Scroll down to know more!
SMOOR Opens India’s Largest Chocolate Centre In Bengaluru
Spanning 68,000 sq. ft., SMOOR has unveiled India’s largest chocolate experience centre in Bengaluru, featuring a fully operational, first-of-its-kind consumer-facing chocolate factory with guided tours. Designed to place chocolate at the heart of culture, craft, and hospitality, this immersive destination not only lets you witness how your favourite chocolate bars come to life but also gives you the chance to craft your own bar and take it home.
SMOOR was founded in 2015, and over the last decade, the brand has worked endlessly to redefine India’s relationship with couverture chocolate. On its 10-year milestone, it opened doors to a 68,000 sq. ft. living museum of cocoa–the SMOOR Experience Centre in Bengaluru. The place offers an immersive, end-to-end chocolate destination that integrates manufacturing, R&D, experiential retail, and hospitality under one roof.
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Witness The Artistry Of Chocolate Making
At this chocolate haven, visitors can witness state-of-the-art equipment sourced from Germany, Italy, and India, with over 50% of the machinery proudly made in India. As you explore the space, you’ll come across a bespoke Chocolate Lab where you can watch the entire process unfold, from grinding and conching to tempering, moulding, and packaging.
If hunger strikes, step into the expansive 2,200 sq. ft. experiential café, designed as a luxe industrial-style chocolate space. However, this isn’t a walk-in attraction, the centre accommodates around 350 visitors per day, and prior reservations are mandatory.
Guests can indulge in guided Indian cocoa tasting flights that celebrate regional terroir, or sign up for chef-led workshops, masterclasses, and pairing sessions that elevate chocolate from simple indulgence to fine craft. There’s also an exclusive retail store offering special experience-centre-only pricing.
The SMOOR Experience Centre is located in Avalahalli, Bengaluru–about 40 minutes from Indiranagar, Whitefield, and the airport. So, if you’re in the city, make sure you make a reservation and plan a trip soon!
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Where: Bliss Chocolates India Private Limited, Survey No.56/6, Avalahalli, Hobli, Bengaluru East, Bidarahalli, Bengaluru
Fees: ₹1500 per person
When: Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday
Timings: 11 AM – 1:30 PM & 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
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